Wildland Fire Chemistry Scientist & QA Lead

Genexsystems; Missoula (MT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Genex Systems is actively seeking a Laboratory Scientist to join the WFCS Lab in Missoula, Montana, supporting the U.S. Forest Service.

The role focuses on designing experiments, developing QA and test protocols, and providing subject‑matter expert judgment on new chemical formulations and their behavior relative to specifications. The position requires a chemistry-based degree and extensive lab experience, with strong writing, communication, safety discipline, and the ability to lift 50 lbs;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science with strong chemistry components.
• Minimum 5 years in a chemistry laboratory or 15 years in a lab with ≥5 years in chemistry.
• Proficiency with basic lab equipment and SOPs.
• Strong attention to detail and written/oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop experiments to evaluate properties of wildland fire chemicals.
• Develop, validate, and document new QA and testing protocols.
• Research and recommend new testing procedures and instrumentation.
• Provide SME input on planning, issues, and deliverables.
• Oversee and conduct complex scientific experiments.
• Analyze data, identify thresholds, troubleshoot anomalous results.
• Draft comprehensive scientific reports and summaries.
• Perform Laboratory Technician duties as needed (sample prep, calibration, data collection).

Skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Safety compliance

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry

15 years lab experience with 5 in chemistry

Job description

Genex Systems is actively seeking a Laboratory Scientist to join the WFCS Lab in Missoula, Montana, supporting the U.S. Forest Service.

The role focuses on designing experiments, developing QA and test protocols, and providing subject‑matter expert judgment on new chemical formulations and their behavior relative to specifications. The position requires a chemistry-based degree and extensive lab experience, with strong writing, communication, safety discipline, and the ability to lift 50 lbs;